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Effel : Finite element analysis software    

Effel : Finite element analysis software


Acknowledged and adopted by the most demanding engineers and construction professionals, Effel offers a complete environment for structural analysis dedicated to the construction industry.
   
Effel allows the modeling and calculation of complex structures, the results exploitation by various methods and the expert design with structure optimization



Based on the finite element method, Effel conducts static and dynamic analyses of 2D and 3D structures. Its Expert modules can be used to analyse and optimise behaviors of :

reinforced concrete structures    reinforced concrete structures
steel structures    steel structures
timber structures    timber structures


Diagrams of result curves obtain after calculation in Effel Building Structure

A powerful calculation engine

Effel integrates in its most recent version a dynamic calculation engine 5 to 15 times faster than the previous generation. Based on “incore/outcore” technology, this engine substantially reduces calculation time and required hard disk space. (reduces swap file size)

       
Effel: a Structural Analysis solution, allowing the meshing of the structure by finite elements method and the calculation by static, dynamic or non linear analysis

Meshing Types in Effel : uniform, controlled, Delauney, imposed, refined

Effel CAD functions include line element creation (bars, beams, variable inertia beams, etc), circle arcs, planar elements (membranes, plates, shells, etc.), openings, apertures, etc... To create standard structures, Effel features objects such as the "Portal frame", "vaults", etc... User defined objects can also be created, used and stored. The user can either apply arbitrary loads on the model (point loads, linear and surface loads) or use automatic functions for self-weight, snow and wind loads, seismic effects, earth or water pressure… The user can implement point, linear or surface supports which can be rigid, elastic or compression only.

Effel then meshes the structure (controlled, Delauney, imposed meshing, mesh refinement) and performs finite element analysis:

Static analysis   Static analysis
Modal analysis   Modal analysis
Seismic analysis   Seismic analysis
Time history analysis   Time history analysis
Linear buckling analysis   Linear buckling analysis
Non linear analysis : tie element, cables and gap elements  (compression only) with or without large displacement option   Non linear analysis : tie element, cables and gap elements  (compression only) with or without
      large displacement option.

 You can vizualize the structures modeled in Effel with the help of an integrated realistic rendering module
In addition, Effel traces inconsistencies in the model description and provides technical solutions.
   
   
After the finite elements calculation in Effel, you have access to the Expert modules, which allow the model verification and optimization according to the chosen regulation      
Effel Expert modules enable regulatory analyses in accordance with national building standards. Featuring rapid pre-dimensioning or complex structures optimization Effel is the ultimate tool for engineers.
Effel Concrete Design: preliminary sizing and reinforcement calculation of concrete structures      
Analysis of a concrete structure with Effel Concrete Design module



Regulatory load combinations   Regulatory load combinations.
Finite elements adapted to reinforced concrete construction   Finite elements adapted to reinforced concrete construction.
Calculation at the ULS and SLS of beams subject to complex stresses (combined bending, oblique bending, etc.) with or without compressed steel   Calculation at the ULS and SLS of beams subject to complex  stresses (combined bending,
      oblique bending, etc.) with or without compressed steel.
Calculation at the ULS and SLS of plate and shell elements reinforcement in accordance with a user-defined reinforcement direction.   Calculation at the ULS and SLS of plate and shell elements  reinforcement in accordance with       a user-defined reinforcement direction.
Cross section strength interaction diagram.   Cross section strength interaction diagram.
Stability of column shapes   Stability of column shapes.
Calculation of dangerous deflections on the basis of action/reaction results   Calculation of dangerous deflections on the basis of action/reaction results.
Diagram of required reinforcement area   Diagram of required reinforcement area.
Link with Arche reinforcement modules for Columns, Beams and Footings   Link with Arche reinforcement modules for Columns, Beams and  Footings.
Effel Steelwork Design: deflection check, the sections strength, the structure's stability analysis in relation to the buckling effects      

   Regulatory load combinations.
   Automatic rolling loads.
   Shape libraries.
   Complex cross sections calculations.
   Design of structure with representation of shapes and connections.
   Pre-sizing and optimization of shapes with deflection  and stress criteria.
   Automatic buckling and lateral torsion buckling in 3D.
   Design and detailing of bolted-welded and welded joints.
   Automatic bills of materials (BOM).


 

Analysis of a steel structure with Effel Steelwork Design module
Effel Timber Design: the deflection check, the sections strength, the structure's stability analysis in relation to the buckling effects, the fire resistance check      
Analysis of a timber structure with Effel Timber Design module

 

    Buckling and creep in timber structures.
    Regulatory load combinations.
    Calculation of complex cross sections.
    Pre-sizing and optimization taking with deflection and stress  criteria.
    Automatic bills of materials.
 
       
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